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Pumpkin spice is back on the menu, the leaves are giving ✨aesthetic✨, and it’s officially time to retire those summer brights—fall nails are having their moment now.
Think moody tones, cozy neutrals, and designs that feel like a warm hug (but make it fashion). Whether you’re a latte-sipping soft girl or a dark-academia diva, Fall 2025 nail trends are straight-up dreamy.
Let’s dive into the chicest, coziest, most screenshot-worthy nails of the season. You’re gonna be obsessed.
So here are all the 9 fall 2025 nail trends you need like yesterday!
1. mocha mousse
Craving a shade that’s as comforting as your morning latte? Enter mocha mousse nails.
This creamy, soft brown is not only the Pantone 2025 Color of the Year, but also the perfect neutral for fall 2025. It’s understated yet polished, flatters literally every skin tone on earth, and is versatile enough for a professional meeting or a coffee date.
The best part? Mocha mousse pairs beautifully with everything in your autumn wardrobe—from chunky knits to sleek leather jackets. Simple yet stunning.
2. Tortoise Shell
If there’s one nail art that screams fall, it’s this. Tortoise shell nails are the statement accessory this season (and like every year, as soon as the calendar hits Sept 1).
Warm amber, honey, and chocolate tones swirl together to create a stunning marbled effect inspired by timeless accessories. You can go bold with a full tortoise set or add it as an accent nail for a subtle, sophisticated fall touch.
Pro tip: Pair them with gold rings and bracelets to bring out the warm hues.
3. coffee marbles
Marble nails are evolving this fall, and the 2025 twist involves swirling shades of espresso, cappuccino, and cream. The effect? Coffee-inspired nails that match both your caffeine addiction and your sense of style.
I love to see this design primarily as French tips or ombre, but a coffee marble set is everything I need and want.
4. Glazed Mocha Nails
The viral glazed donut trend from previous seasons is still here, but for fall 2025, it’s warmed up with mocha tones.
This look layers a warm mocha base with a light, pearlescent topcoat for nails that feel equal parts cozy and glamorous.
It’s versatile, ultra-wearable, and is perfect for fall selfies with your PSL in hand, and honestly, I’m here for it.
5. Short + Squoval Nails (esp in dark tones)
Out with the dramatic long nails, and in with short and chic squoval (square + oval) shapes! Add seasonal shades like deep chocolate, inky navy, cherry mocha, or olive green, and you’ve got a classic yet trendy fall look.
Not only are they elegant and practical, but they’re also ideal for texting, typing, or pulling on those snug leather gloves we all love come fall.
Fair warning: Once you get the hang and practicality of short nails, it’s pretty hard to go back.
6. Wine-Stained Reds
The biggest fall fashion trend of 2024 may not leave you high and dry this season as well. And honestly, there’s nothing more autumnal than a glass of red wine after a long day. So your nails have to match!
Wine-stained reds are sultry, sophisticated, and timeless. From deep burgundy to soft merlot, this shade screams romance and drama.
7. Blooming florals
Florals? For fall? Absolutely groundbreaking when it’s done in warm, moody tones like oxblood, amber, and burnt orange.
Think darker, earthy tones like burnt sienna, slate blue, and forest green as your base, with delicate petal designs (especially the ones that are made with blooming gel) on top.
These intricate patterns turn your nails into tiny works of art, ideal for those who love their manis with a side of creativity.
8. Hints of plaid
Plaid is synonymous with fall fashion, so why not bring it to your nails too? This trend features classic taupe, cream, or dark green plaids subtly painted on a neutral base.
You can keep it minimal with a single accent nail or go all out with a full plaid set. Either way, this preppy-meets-classic vibe is perfect for sweater weather.
9. Micro French Tips
French tips are a forever classic, but in fall 2025, it’s all about tiny, thin, barely-there tips. The micro-French mani is simple yet elegant, letting you rock a minimalist look that’s effortlessly chic.
Try this trend with traditional white tips, or go bold with unexpected colors like metallic gold, soft lavender, or even olive green. Minimal effort, maximum payoff!